Alia Bhatt attends The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the “Sleeping Beauties: Rewalking Fashion” exhibition in New York on Monday, May 6, 2024. (Photo by Ivan Agostini/Invision/AP) | Photo Credit: Evan Agostini

It’s that time of year again when the world’s most prestigious people gather to celebrate fashion’s most prestigious event – ​​the Met Gala. As the clock ticks towards the first Monday of May (starting Tuesday in India), anticipation has reached its peak, and this year’s celebrations promise to be spectacular. Amidst the wave of excitement, party queens including party queen Anna Wintour, dazzling Jennifer Lopez and Bollywood’s own Alia Bhatt graced the green carpet, setting the stage for an unforgettable evening.

Alia Bhatt was no stranger to the Met Gala limelight as she made a grand entrance in an adorable floral Sabyasachi sari, which was her second appearance at the prestigious event. With a train that practically took over the red carpet, Bhatt’s outfit was nothing short of show-stopping, attracting the attention of audiences and photographers alike. Alia Bhatt ushered in the 2023 Met Gala with a breathtaking ensemble by Prabal Gurung. Her tribute to Karl Lagerfeld in a distinctive white dress adorned with delicate pearls captured timeless elegance and received widespread praise.

But the Met Gala isn’t just about fashion; It is also about the iconic moments and traditions that make the event truly legendary.

Just a stone’s throw from the Metropolitan Museum of Art is the Mark Hotel, which is the quintessential starting point for many celebrities’ Met Gala preparations, People magazine reports. From hair and make-up to final fittings, The Mark Hotel is buzzing with excitement as the stars prepare for the main event. This year’s Met Gala, themed ‘Sleeping Beauties: Reliving Fashion’, pays homage to the evolution of style over the centuries while celebrating the delicate pieces that are often overlooked in the fast-paced world of fashion. Iconic designers like Elsa Schiaparelli and Christian Dior take center stage. The festival promises a journey through fashion history like never before. Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Chris Hemsworth and Bad Bunny lead the charge as co-chairs of the night, making sure every moment of the ceremony was nothing short of magical. As celebrities arrive at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, all eyes will be on the evening’s official costume theme, ‘Garden of Time’. Unlike previous years, this year’s festival focuses on reviving unique costumes from different centuries, offering a fresh perspective on the ever-evolving landscape of fashion. From intricate lace to delicate embroideries, fashion’s ‘sleeping beauties’ take center stage, proving that true style knows no limits.

As the night falls and the stars come together, the Met Gala 2024 promises to be a celebration of fashion, art and culture like never before. With every step onto the green carpet, celebrities pay homage to the past while embracing the future, creating moments that will be recorded in the annals of fashion history for years to come. The world is eagerly awaiting the unveiling of this year’s Met Gala. Looks, one thing’s for sure — fashion’s biggest night is back, and it’s more spectacular than ever. (ANI)